LED sports lighting project

Halle Jules Dubois

Multi-sport LED lighting in Boulazac

A STADÉLUM project combining a photometric study, installation of 14 LED floodlights, on-site measurements after installation and scenario-based lighting control.

420 lux measured Measured U0 0.71 4 scenarios
Multi-sport LED lighting at Halle Jules Dubois in Boulazac with floodlights installed on the walls
420 lux

measured average illuminance

U0 0.71

measured uniformity

14

LED floodlights installed

6.5 m

installation height

4

control scenarios

Context

A sports hall used for several disciplines

Halle Jules Dubois hosts multi-sport activities, including handball, basketball, badminton and other versatile sporting activities. This type of facility requires a more detailed approach than simply replacing floodlights.

The objective was to create a uniform lighting solution suited to the playing areas, while integrating a control system capable of adjusting the intensity according to use and the available natural light.

STADÉLUM method

Study, layout, measurements and control: a complete approach

The success of the project is based on a structured method: analysis of the hall, photometric study, layout selection, installation, on-site measurements and operating scenarios.

Building analysis

The hall geometry, available height, wall constraints and sporting uses guided the configuration studied.

Photometric study

The study made it possible to anticipate average illuminance, uniformity and light distribution across the usable area.

Layout

The solution uses 14 LED floodlights positioned on the walls at a height of 6.5 m, with suitable aiming.

On-site measurements

Measurements taken after installation make it possible to compare the actual results with the values from the study.

Photometric study

An initial simulation to secure the required lighting level

The photometric study was used to verify light distribution and the expected level before installation. It made it possible to check high-light areas, low-light areas and overall uniformity.

This stage avoids focusing solely on power. In a multi-sport hall, the result depends on the combination of luminous flux, mounting height, layout, aiming, optics and settings.

Values from the study: 376 lux simulated average illuminance, U0 0.76, 284 lux minimum and 472 lux maximum.
Photometric study of Halle Jules Dubois in Boulazac with isolux curves and illuminance levels
Photometric study: light distribution and uniformity assessment.

Selected configuration

14 LED floodlights installed at 6.5 m on the walls

The layout was designed to meet the building constraints. The floodlights were positioned on the walls at a height of 6.5 m to cover the multi-sport area with uniform light distribution.

  • Number of floodlights: 14.
  • Installation height: 6.5 m.
  • Wall-mounted layout.
  • Aiming designed to distribute light across the usable area.
  • Visual comfort integrated into the installation settings.
3D DIALux simulation of the multi-sport LED lighting at Halle Jules Dubois in Boulazac
3D simulation of the floodlight layout inside the hall.

Measured results

On-site measurements confirm lighting above the initial target

The available data makes it possible to distinguish between the values simulated during the study and the values measured on site after installation.

420 lux average illuminance measured after installation
Indicator Photometric study Actual measurement Result interpretation
Average illuminance376 lux420 luxActual result above the simulation
Uniformity U00.760.71High actual uniformity for a multi-sport area
Minimum illuminance284 luxNot providedValue from the photometric study
Maximum illuminance472 luxNot providedValue from the photometric study
Average study / actual difference+11.7% actualThe measured level exceeds the calculated value

Lighting control and operation

A control panel with 4 simple scenarios for users

The solution is not limited to the floodlights. The project includes a control panel that allows users to select lighting scenarios suited to different uses and to the available natural light.

Light sensors contribute to regulation to avoid unnecessary artificial lighting when sufficient natural light is available. This is an important factor in the energy management of a sports hall.

Project visuals

A sports hall equipped for versatile use

COURTLINE linear LED luminaire for tennis, padel and multi-sport configurations

Associated product

Discover the COURTLINE LED luminaire

COURTLINE is a linear luminaire that can be considered for certain tennis, padel and multi-sport hall configurations. Its suitability depends on the available height, mounting grid, optics, required lux level and expected visual comfort.

Linear layout Selectable optics Power according to the study Multi-sport use to be confirmed
View the COURTLINE product page

What this project demonstrates

A sports lighting solution must take into account use, the building and operation

A project validated by a study

The photometric study made it possible to verify the layout, illuminance and uniformity before installation.

Verified performance

On-site measurements confirm an actual average illuminance of 420 lux and U0 uniformity of 0.71.

Smarter operation

Scenario-based control and sensors make it possible to adapt the lighting to the hall's actual uses.

Technical FAQ

LED lighting for a multi-sport hall: key points to check

Why carry out a photometric study for a multi-sport hall?

A photometric study makes it possible to verify the illuminance level, uniformity, lower-light areas, floodlight layout and consistency with the intended sporting uses before installation.

What are the benefits of DALI control in a sports hall?

DALI control makes it possible to create several lighting scenarios, adapt the intensity to different uses and automatically regulate the lighting level according to the natural light measured by sensors.

Why compare the photometric study with on-site measurements?

This comparison makes it possible to verify consistency between the calculation and the actual result. It provides concrete evidence of the performance of the installed solution.

Multi-sport hall, sports hall or indoor sports facility?

STADÉLUM studies your project before pricing the floodlights

Photometric study, mounting height, layout, lux level, uniformity, visual comfort, glare, optics, installed power and lighting control: each parameter must be checked to create a solution that is consistent with your facility.